New laboratory gas contract

The Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 is soliciting proposals for a new laboratory gas contract to supply compressed and liquefied gases to its Central Regional Lab facility. This procurement falls under the Industrial Gas Manufacturing category (NAICS 325120) and seeks to establish a supplier relationship for ongoing gas supply needs. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the solicitation notice, typical procurement evaluations for such contracts consider factors such as pricing competitiveness, supplier capability, quality assurance, reliability of supply, and technical compliance with EPA specifications. Prospective bidders should note that the solicitation was posted on January 8, 2026; however, there is a critical discrepancy in the posted timeline, as the due date is listed as September 5, 2025, which predates the posting date. Interested parties should clarify the correct submission deadline and any associated deadlines for questions or requests for clarification directly with the EPA Region 5 procurement office before proceeding.

This is a total small business set-aside contract, restricting competition to entities meeting the Small Business Administration's size standards for the industrial gas manufacturing sector. The solicitation notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific award values, budget ranges, or detailed quantity specifications for the gases required. Performance of this contract will take place at the EPA Region 5 Central Regional Lab facility, though the exact geographic location and specific gas requirements are not delineated in the notice. Prospective bidders should obtain the full solicitation document from the EPA or relevant government contracting portal to access detailed specifications, volume requirements, delivery schedules, and other material terms necessary for proposal preparation. Given the set-aside designation, only small businesses certified or eligible for small business status should proceed with bid preparation.